5-Cyanopentanoic Acid

Name: 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009682

About 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid

Listed under CAS 5264-33-5, 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid is a nitrile building block available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C6H9NO2 and its molecular weight is 127.14 g/mol. Common synonyms include 5-Cyanovaleric Acid and Valeric acid, 5-cyano-.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Cyanopentanoic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-009682
CAS Number	5264-33-5
IUPAC name	5-cyanopentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₉NO₂
Molecular weight	127.14 g/mol
Exact mass	127.0633
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	SKUPALMUTWEAPI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(CCC(=O)O)CC#N
PubChem CID	199926

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	61.1 Å²
Synonyms	5-Cyanovaleric Acid, Valeric acid, 5-cyano-, Pentanoic acid, 5-cyano-, 4-02-00-01973 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), 5-cyanopentanoicacid, 5-cyano-pentanoic acid, 5CVA

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid is 5264-33-5. It is also known as 5-Cyanovaleric Acid, Valeric acid, 5-cyano-, Pentanoic acid, 5-cyano-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid?

5-Cyanopentanoic Acid has the molecular formula C6H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 127.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-cyanopentanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid can I order?

We supply 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Cyanopentanoic Acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.